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Strategic Pillars

The Office of the Provost advances Case Western Reserve University's academic mission by supporting the president's three strategic priorities to:

  1. Elevate academic excellence;
  2. Expand the university's research enterprise; and
  3. Enhance community engagement and impact.

The Office of the Provost's five strategic pillars provide the framework for advancing these priorities. Together, they guide decision-making, shape initiatives, and inform investments across the academic enterprise.


The Supporting Pillars

Five pillars, each representing vibrancy, education, leadership, engagement, and effectiveness

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Strategic Pillar 1 - Vibrancy

Foster collaboration and innovation to elevate an intellectually vibrant campus academic community that amplifies the university's footprint


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Strategic Pillar 2 - Education

Deliver an exceptional education and experience that prepares students to be ethical and adaptive leaders and innovators in a rapidly changing world


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Strategic Pillar 3 - Leadership

Drive the recruitment, development, and retention of productive and engaged faculty and support them in achieving excellence as leaders in research, scholarship, and teaching


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Strategic Pillar 4 - Engagement

Foster broad perspectives and enhance the civil exchange of ideas and perspectives across the campus community and beyond


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Strategic Pillar 5 - Effectiveness

Promote systems for higher effectiveness, exceptional customer service, and creative solutions to support campus impact


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